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Bolstered by impactful experiences, 94% of recent Western grads securing jobs, furthering education

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… A new report finds Western Michigan University graduates are landing jobs and pursuing further education at … Bronson Healthcare, Ascension Michigan, Duncan Aviation and many school districts across Michigan.  “This report again … RECORD OF SUCCESS Western's latest Career Outcomes Report shows 93% of graduates participated in experience-driven …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75483

We have lift off: WMU launches UAV certificate programs

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… Anonymous (not verified) on Mike Hayosh, center, a student in Dr. Emerson's Digital Photogrammetry class, monitors a … of consumer drones--small UAVs that in this country are limited to a total weight of 55 pounds. Reaching for the … use this tool for teaching our certificate-program students how to collect and process geophysical data." Down-to-earth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54033

Researchers snag prestigious National Science Foundation prize

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… WMU—have each earned a coveted National Science Foundation CAREER award and associated five-year grant, a top prize for early career scientists who show promise as leaders in their disciplines. This year's … says her grant explores three major questions: How complex many-body dynamics—such as complex assemblies of forces and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43181

Academic program changes approved

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… certificate program and the creation of five concentration areas within the doctoral program in science education. Trustees … to benefit doctoral students and respond to the fact that many science departments are only hiring educators in

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/785

In Tempo, fall 2024

W Magazine

In Tempo, fall 2024 Submitted by Deanne Puca on Music alum … Last Gasp Collective. ■ Horn professor releases album showcasing women composers Dr. Lin Foulk Baird Dr. Lin Foulk … the visibility of women composers and has dedicated her career to promoting their music. An active researcher, she …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-tempo

Learning to lead from inside

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… to fit the growing needs of their consumers, company values are changing, too. And many corporations are enlisting the help of change … degree in organizational change leadership. "That includes how employees interpret it, how they think about what's in

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53033

Study Abroad Fair is first step to journey of a lifetime

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… a lifetime Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on "Where Are You Going?" is the theme for this year's fair. … Center's East Ballroom. The Study Abroad Fair will showcase the more than 70 programs WMU offers in some … development. "It is a popular event that has influenced many to embark on a study abroad course. In fact, our study …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9904

International author Amitav Ghosh to deliver 2022 Peace Lecture

Study of Ethics in Society

International author Amitav Ghosh to deliver 2022 Peace … Western Michigan University Center for the Study of Ethics in Society’s 2022 Winnie Veenstra Peace Lecture on Tuesday, … Circumstances." He and Canadian environmental activist Margaret Atwood were joint winners of a Dan David Prize, a major …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67374

De-stress, decompress and find community post-election at the SRC

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… and divisive election season, election fatigue and anxiety are real. Western Michigan University's Student Recreation … interested can sign up for classes through ExperienceWMU . Many classes are also offered virtually at no cost. "Anytime … is set up in the SRC, where the WMU community can write how they will be positive, healthy, active and kind. "A lot …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61878

Medical apartheid author Harriet Washington to speak on campus Oct. 11

Study of Ethics in Society

… Medical apartheid author Harriet Washington to speak on campus Oct. 11 Submitted by Sandra Borden on Harriet A. Washington KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Acclaimed author Harriet A. … Times to the Present ," in light of persistent health-care disparities brought to light by the COVID-19 pandemic. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69379